Treasury of Scripture Knowledge
Summary
As a servant earnestly desireth the shadow, and as an hireling looketh for the reward of his work:
Earnestly desireth
The shadow
Bible References
Earnestly desireth
Psalm 119:131
I opened my mouth wide and panted; for I longed for thy commandments.
Psalm 143:6
I stretch forth my hands unto thee: my soul, as a parched land, thirsteth after thee. Selah.
The shadow
Jeremiah 6:4
Prepare war against her. Arise, and let us go up at noon. Woe unto us! for the day hath declined, for the shadows of the evening are lengthening.